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Meeker Red Raspberry

Scientific Name: Rubus idaeus 'Meeker'

Also Known As

  • Rubus 'Meeker'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Meeker Red Raspberry plant details

Meeker Red Raspberry is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Meeker Red Raspberry

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Meeker Red Raspberry

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red raspberry developed at WSU. Very productive, late season ripening.

Gardening facts about Meeker Red Raspberry plant

How to Grow Meeker Red Raspberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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